CommCare Waiver

If you have a medically determined Diagnosis of traumatic brain injury (TBI), the COMMCARE Waiver can help you remain as independent as possible.

Eligibility Criteria:

Be a Pennsylvania resident

Be 21 years of age or older

Have a medically determinable diagnosis of traumatic brain injury and require a Special Rehabilitative Facility (SRF) level of care

Your disability must result in substantial functional limitation in three or more of the following major life activities:

mobility

behavior

communication

self-care

self-direction

capacity for independent living

cognitive capacity (judgment, memory and reasoning).

Meet the financial requirements as determined by your local County Assistance Office

Services that can be provided by CareGivers America include:

Chore Services

Community Integration

Environmental Adaptations

Habilitation and Support

Night Supervision

Non-Medical Transportation

Personal Care Services

Personal Emergency Response Systems (PERS)

Respite Care

Specialized Medical Equipment/Supplies and Assistive Technology

Note: The list of eligibility criteria and services may change when waiver amendments or waiver renewals are approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Please, visit the Department of Public Welfare’s website for a current list of all services provided through this waiver.

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"CareGivers America is the reason my parents are able to stay at home. We use their caregivers and nurses weekly. Their care and compassion have brought my family such peace of mind. The CareGivers America workers are like family and we are so grateful for their services."